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Trump Pushes for Iran’s Total Collapse

March 7, 2026

The president announced that he would accept only an unconditional surrender from Iran, raising the stakes of a conflict that has already stretched beyond initial expectations. He framed this demand on social media, adding that a new “great and acceptable” leadership would soon be chosen. He a

politics

EU Leaders Reach Out to Middle East for Dialogue

March 6, 2026

European leaders Antonio Costa and Ursula von der Leyen plan a video call with key Middle Eastern figures on Monday to talk about the region’s tensions. The meeting aims to let the leaders share their views on current events and explore how the EU can help countries there. It also seeks to dis

politics

Gas Prices Surge as Trump’s Middle East Tactics Backfire

March 5, 2026

Trump’s latest move against Iran has pushed gasoline costs higher, sparking worry among his top aides. The president keeps highlighting the conflict in public talks, even at a film launch for his wife. But Iran has struck back, hitting oil facilities in the Gulf and driving crude up more than

business

New Chapter for Dark Horse: A Shift in Leadership and Vision

March 5, 2026

Dark Horse Entertainment has entered a new era as its long‑time CEO, Mike Richardson, steps down after four decades of guiding the company from a small Oregon comic book shop to a global media powerhouse. The decision comes as part of Embracer Group’s plan to refresh Dark Horse’s direction after

politics

New Plan: Turning Streaming Fees into Live‑Music Funds

March 5, 2026

Portland is set to shake up its long‑standing arts tax. Council President Jamie Dunphy says the current $35 yearly levy on adults earning over $1, 000 is outdated and poorly managed. He plans to reallocate some of the unused $9 million that sits in reserve, aiming to give about $1. 5 million a year

politics

A High‑School Hero Steps into the Capitol

March 5, 2026

Jax Birth, a senior from Ardmore High School, spent a week in the Oklahoma House of Representatives during the second session of the 60th Legislature. The opportunity was arranged by Representative Tammy Townley, who welcomed him as a page and offered the student a front‑row view of state politics.

crime

Crypto Scam Hunt Yields $61M Recovery

March 5, 2026

Federal agents in North Carolina recovered more than $61 million worth of Tether (USDT) after dismantling a romance‑based pig‑butchering scam. The case shows how investigators used the open nature of blockchain data to follow money through a maze of wallets, even after scammers tried to hide thei

politics

Rubio Talks with Saudi Minister About Middle East Risks

March 4, 2026

Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Prince Faisal bin Farhan, Saudi Arabia’s foreign minister, on Wednesday. The meeting focused on the danger that Iran poses to peace in the region. They also talked about other recent events happening across the Middle East. Rubio thanked Saudi Arabia

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Science Money Keeps Maine’s Ocean Jobs Alive

March 4, 2026

Maine’s coastal economy depends on science money that comes from Washington. When federal agencies like the National Science Foundation, NOAA, and NASA receive cuts, the ripple effects hit fishermen in Portland, aquaculture farms in Brunswick, and towns such as Machias that rely on data to protect t

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Biden‑Britain Tension Over Iran Strike

March 3, 2026

The United States and Britain have long been close allies, but a recent disagreement has shaken that bond. President Donald Trump expressed disappointment when Prime Minister Keir Starmer decided not to allow U. S. forces to use British bases for the initial strikes on Iran. Trump said it was “sad t